Five injured in car rollover on I-96 near Danby Township

Five people were seriously injured in a single-vehicle rollover accident on Sunday morning in Danby Township. The crash occurred around 7 a.m. When a 2020 black BMW X1 lost control on westbound I-96, ran off the roadway, and struck a ditch before rolling multiple times.

Ionia County Sheriff’s deputies determined that excessive speed and alcohol were likely factors. The five occupants, ranging from 19 to 27 years old and all from the Grand Rapids area, were ejected from the vehicle. Only one occupant was believed to have been wearing a seatbelt during the crash.

Deputies obtained a Snapchat video posted prior to the accident that showed the seating positions of all passengers. All occupants initially denied being the driver, but further investigation and witness statements helped clarify the circumstances. All five were transported to nearby regional hospitals for serious injuries.

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